I've read in a few posts that the company plans to outsource ALL of IT. To clarify, it would be the development teams that are at risk, right? Finance managed by GL, Course Materials managed by NS, Merch Systems managed by SR.....those development... — read more 

It might seem crazy what I'm about to say, Sunshine she's here, you can take a break, I'm a hot air balloon that could go to space, With the air, like I don't care, baby, by the way, Because I'm happy, Clap along if you feel like a room without a... — read more 

The fiscal year is ending and no ädd'l layoffs. Thanks Easter bunny! Looks like everyone can breathe a sigh of relief and focus on moving forward. It's not easy but we need to stay upbeat if we want the company to get past the last couple of tough... — read more 

Everybody gives their tunnel vision opinion from their silo. The real problem is that there is nobody addressing the core issues, and there are zero efforts to identify the root cause of many of the inventory problems and replenishment issues... — read more 

God help all you sorry asscry babies managers, shut the F up and suck it up like us RM's who kiss the assof SVP, GVP, President, CEO, Dick Heads and a--holes every day of the week including Weekends. Yours truly, Mid-West RM

Castle Harlan Partners is Baker & Taylor's majority owner, having acquired it from the investment firm Willis Stein & Partners.[5] In 1994, it[which?] the Follett Corporation of River Grove, Illinois had intended to acquire Baker & Taylor from the... — read more 

Got an email from my manager that said it is time to do goals and objectives. Asked him what the corporate and department strategies were so that my goals and objectives would align to support the strategies. His response - "I don't know". Does... — read more 

I have been pondering this for some time and wondered how follett would respond if I requested to be laid off. I feel horrible for the long term people that were let go.

Hi- I'm talking with a recruiter about a position in Westchester. It sounds like a good job but comments here have me spooked. Are the issues mainly just out in the field? I want to work (have been looking for over three months) but don't want to... — read more 

Massive changes, company wide, keep your fingers crossed...

A once great American company is heading into obscurity. This week will seal the deal. Watch for another round of layoffs and the corporate spin that will follow. If you're not numb to it already you should be. If you've been waiting patiently for a... — read more 

Here we go once again. Return books to only order them again for summer semester. Follett please explain how this makes sense!! Pay for shipping both ways!! OH that's right, its one on the many idiotic decisions that you will blame on the store... — read more 

Is it true? ASU, our largest account, where we spent a pretty penny to get them, is considering leaving based on Follett's breach of contract due to unfulfilling goals? If this is true, wow. A huge hit to Follett. Let's hope the rumor from HR is not... — read more 

Heads up from a disgruntled SVP. I'ts not the end of the fiscal year yet. Lots of money to save prior to the start of the fiscal year. If you thought the last few layoffs impacted the corporation, wait until the layoffs that are going to happen this... — read more 

Come on golden corner on the 9th floor or follett family... why do you all keep hiding? You used to do damage control here and obviously you don give a crap anymore about anyone. Sad,sad and shame on you! The golden corner offices on 9 have not been... — read more 

Ok...enough is enough...time to get this ball rolling. The tactics are working wonders...how many can we get to leave on there own. Promise them more communication and just leave them hanging. Handing down scripts to blow smoke about how great... — read more 

I find it fascinating that the brilliant leaders at Follett have been shown to be frauds. I came to this conclusion for many keys folks some time ago and it is more than just a little satisfying to see it come to fruition. For those not in a higher... — read more 

The office of the president has a contact form. Use it to tell her what a POS (not just a point of sale system, here at Follett) is. http://president.uconn.edu/contact/ The industry journal, Shelf Awareness published this-... — read more 

Don't worry about the circus that is going on above you. Work hard for the campus you serve and they will be the deciding factor if you still have a job and the company you work for.

Anyone know?

NPR story on an apparent ceiling that have copped e-books. With that news, actual book sales appear to be surprisingly vital. http://www.npr.org/2015/10/19/450030372/why-the-battle-between-e-books-and-print-may-be-over How many times can Follett get... — read more 

Many great leaders retired and / or moved on in the 18-24 months prior to the rise of new order. If you held an executive position, for more than 10 years & left prior to 2013, would love to hear your perspectives on the demise of this once great... — read more 

Here is it Sunday evening and I have that sick feeling! So not looking forward to going into work where everyone is so depressed and doesn't want to be there either.

Every day, a small Ant arrived at work early and starting work immediately, she produced a lot and she was happy. The boss, a lion, was surprised to see that the ant was working without supervision. He thought if the ant can produce so much without... — read more 

http://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2013/03/the-trader-joes-lesson-how-to-pay-a-living-wage-and-still-make-money-in-retail/274322/?utm_source=SFF

You laid my ass off three weeks ago, and I just heard that IT has sent a ton of employees to India to visit and watch indians code, many for the umpteenth time. WTF!!!!!!! Cut costs, employees and benefits and then send employees on unnecessary... — read more 

http://www.engadget.com/2016/03/11/amazon-education-platform/ If the clock wasn't ticking for Follett before, it's definitely starting to now. Unlike Follett, Amazon can actually produce quality software and apps. Can a miracle happen and the higher... — read more 

Any names or initials of those in this layoff?

I was a former employee of Follett and made a tough decision to leave this year. Never thought in a million years I would do so but I did. As I read all the heartaches and turmoil I gotta reflect back on what the organization meant to all of the long... — read more 

Who else misses some of the hot looking guys and gals we had working at FHEG in GM, Marketing and Course Materials???

I knew the CIM project and Retalon project would fall flat on its face from day one... you have a bunch of idiots trying to run and test a new program with zero background in Computer science or engineering and then have them try to write the... — read more